Panicled Lungwort Plant Care
Pulmonaria paniculata Aiton
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This plant's most distinctive visual feature is its uniquely silver-spotted leaves, adding a touch of whimsy to any garden. Originating from Europe, Pulmonaria paniculata is highly sought after by plant collectors for its stunning foliage and delicate clusters of pink flowers that bloom in spring.
Every 7–14 days
Partial to full shade
60–75°F
50–70%
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How do you care for Panicled Lungwort?
Water Panicled Lungwort every 7–14 days, letting the top layer of soil dry out between waterings, and give it partial to full shade. It prefers temperatures of 60–75°F (16–24°C) and 50–70% humidity. Fertilize it every 2 months during the growing season.
Where Is the Panicled Lungwort Native To?
What Is the Panicled Lungwort?
Panicled Lungwort (Pulmonaria paniculata) belongs to the Boraginaceae family within the Pulmonaria genus. Panicled Lungwort is native to northwestern North America and the Great Lakes.
Panicled Lungwort displays a low rosette, spreading growth habit, reaching up to 1 ft tall with a spread of approximately 1 ft. Panicled Lungwort produces tubular flowers in shades of blue, pink, or white that change color as they mature.
Leaf size: approximately 4 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Panicled Lungwort?
Pulmonaria paniculata requires watering every 7–14 days. Allow the top layer of soil to dry between waterings to prevent root rot. Reduce watering frequency during winter when growth slows.
Watering Frequency
Every 7–14 days
Let soil partially dry between waterings
What Light Does the Panicled Lungwort Need?
Panicled Lungwort thrives in partial to full shade. Avoid placing Panicled Lungwort in direct, harsh sunlight for extended periods, as this can scorch the foliage.
Light Requirement
Partial to full shade
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Panicled Lungwort Prefer?
Pulmonaria paniculata grows best at temperatures of 60–75°F. Panicled Lungwort prefers humidity levels of 50–70%. A pebble tray or humidifier helps maintain adequate moisture around the plant.
Temperature
60–75°F
Humidity
50–70%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Panicled Lungwort?
Moist, well-draining soil rich in organic matter. Good drainage is essential for Panicled Lungwort to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Panicled Lungwort?
Feed Panicled Lungwort every 2 months during the growing season (spring and summer) with a balanced fertilizer diluted to the strength on the label.
Pause feeding in autumn and winter, when growth slows, and never fertilize dry soil — water first.
Fertilizing
Every 2 months
During the growing season
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How Do You Repot a Panicled Lungwort?
Repot every 2-3 years in early spring. Choose a pot one size larger than the current container, and ensure it has drainage holes to allow excess water to escape.
How Do You Propagate a Panicled Lungwort?
Panicled Lungwort can be propagated through division, seeds. Similar propagation techniques also apply to spanish lungwort plant care, which shares the same genus.
Is the Panicled Lungwort Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Panicled Lungwort, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Keep pets from chewing it as a precaution.
This is a general caution, not veterinary or medical advice. If your pet ate a plant, contact your vet or animal poison control.
See all plants toxic to cats and plants toxic to dogs.
What Pests and Diseases Affect the Panicled Lungwort?
Panicled Lungwort is susceptible to slugs, snails, powdery mildew. Inspect the foliage regularly, especially along leaf undersides and stems. Treat infestations promptly with insecticidal soap or neem oil to prevent spread.
Yellow leaves, brown tips or drooping? See common plant problems and how to fix them.
What USDA Hardiness Zone Does the Panicled Lungwort Need?
Panicled Lungwort grows outdoors in USDA Zone 2a – 7b. It survives winters down to planting zone 2a. Panicled Lungwort is native to northwestern North America and the Great Lakes.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 2a – 7b
Keep exploring plants
Panicled Lungwort is one of many species covered in the complete plant care and identification guide, which groups plants by genus, attribute, and popularity.
It belongs to the Pulmonaria genus — compare its care with other Pulmonaria species on PlantoScan.
Pulmonaria is part of the Boraginaceae plant family — browse all Boraginaceae genera and species.
Panicled Lungwort copes with lower light than most plants — browse the full list of low-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Pulmonaria paniculata Aiton, family Boraginaceae (first published in Hort. Kew. 1: 181 (1789)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Panicled Lungwort, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Checked against the ASPCA plant list; any other toxicity note on this page comes from PlantoScan's plant database.
- Hardiness zone: USDA Zone 2a – 7b, estimated from the plant's typical growing conditions.
- Care values(watering, light, temperature, humidity, soil, fertilizing): PlantoScan's plant database, filtered by automatic plausibility checks — values that fail them are hidden. How we source and check plant data.
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